U.S. Air Force Capt. Brandon Shelley, 492nd Fighter Squadron weapon systems officer, conducts pre-flight inspections prior to flying in exercise Astral Knight 2026 at RAF Lakenheath, England, June 1, 2026. AK26 integrates fourth- and fifth-generation aircraft to enhance combat effectiveness and advance tactical integrated air and missile defense operations.(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rilynn Jacobs)
| Date Taken: | 05.31.2026 |
| Date Posted: | 06.03.2026 10:17 |
| Photo ID: | 9722381 |
| VIRIN: | 260601-F-GU217-1004 |
| Resolution: | 3052x1903 |
| Size: | 1.43 MB |
| Location: | RAF LAKENHEATH, SUFFOLK, GB |
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